Michigan State Police Promote Trooper to Sergeant in St. Ignace

Jonathan Morrison takes on new leadership role at Upper Peninsula post

Published on Mar. 4, 2026

The Michigan State Police have announced the promotion of Jonathan Morrison to the rank of sergeant at the St. Ignace post. Morrison has been with the state police since 2014 and has worked with the UPSET enforcement team in the eastern Upper Peninsula, as well as serving as a defensive driving instructor and field training officer.

Why it matters

This promotion is the latest in a series of leadership changes across Michigan State Police posts in the Upper Peninsula, as the agency works to strengthen its presence and operations in the region.

The details

Morrison began his service with Michigan State Police in 2014 following his graduation from the 127th trooper recruit school. Since then, he has been a dedicated team member of the St. Ignace post, working with the UPSET enforcement team and serving as a defensive driving instructor and field training officer.

  • Morrison was promoted to the rank of sergeant in March 2026.

The players

Jonathan Morrison

A Michigan State Police trooper who was recently promoted to the rank of sergeant at the St. Ignace post.

Michigan State Police

The state law enforcement agency that announced Morrison's promotion to sergeant.

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The takeaway

This promotion is part of the Michigan State Police's efforts to strengthen its leadership and operations in the Upper Peninsula region, as the agency works to better serve the community and address local public safety needs.